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Gravitation: Gravitation Mixed MCQ

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Gravitation MixedMediumQuestion 6289

Question

Chandrayaan/lunar orbiter period ~2 hours at ~100 km altitude. This orbit is:
  1. A
    Geostationary
  2. B
    Low lunar orbit
    Correct
  3. C
    Transfer orbit
  4. D
    Escape trajectory

Correct answer

Low lunar orbit

Explanation

Close to Moon's surface with ~2 h period — this is a low lunar orbit.